Places And Travel
11 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In The Southern United States This Year
Southern US natural wonders, from Mammoth Cave and Big Bend to the Okefenokee Swamp, New River Gorge and the Everglades: 11 places worth a trip this year.
8 Most Scenic Drives in Arizona
Arizona drives that climb from saguaro desert to pine forest, following Oak Creek Canyon, Mount Lemmon, the Coronado Trail, and the Grand Canyon's South Rim.
The 9 Most Scenic Illinois Towns
Together, these 9 scenic Illinois towns provide a lovely setting for anyone seeking a rural retreat amidst Mother Nature's bounty.
8 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In The Ozarks This Year
8 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In The Ozarks This Year include the Buffalo National River, Hemmed-In Hollow Falls, Johnson's Shut-Ins, and Elephant Rocks.
The Best Small Town In New England For Seniors
Dover, New Hampshire, offers seniors a walkable riverfront downtown, no income or sales tax, two nearby hospitals, senior housing, and river trails.
The Safest Small Towns In Texas
Small and quiet isn't the same as safe. In these eight Texas towns, crime has stayed low for years, making them real places to settle and raise a family.
The State Parks With Trees Older Than The Country
From California's coastal redwoods to Vermont's hemlocks, these US state parks shelter old-growth trees that were alive long before the country was founded.
The Most Underrated Towns In Minnesota
Minnesota's underrated towns include Pipestone's working quarries, Wabasha's National Eagle Center, and Henderson's zipline over the Minnesota River Valley.
Nicest Small Towns To Visit Near Tampa
Small towns near Tampa, Florida, range from Anna Maria's Pine Avenue and Dunedin's Scottish heritage to the Greek-rooted sponge docks of Tarpon Springs.
12 Prettiest Small Towns In New England
New England small towns like Littleton, Litchfield, and Camden pair historic Main Streets with mountain trails, harbor views, and seaside state parks.
The American Towns That Are Getting Younger
While the country got older between censuses, seven small towns got younger, from a Bakken oil city to a retirement community that dropped its age limits.
9 Best Attractions To Visit In Pennsylvania
From a house on a waterfall to a glass-floor skywalk over a gorge, these standout Pennsylvania attractions deliver history, thrills, and gardens.
Five Classic Americana Downtowns In Tennessee
Paris, Greeneville, Sweetwater, Bell Buckle and Winchester keep working courthouses, railroad hotels and single-screen theaters in daily use.
12 Nicest Small Towns In The Adirondack Mountains
From Lake George and Lake Placid to Saranac Lake and Ticonderoga, discover 12 of the nicest towns in the Adirondack Mountains of New York.
Feed Florida Alligators From Their Side Of The Fence
Feed Florida Alligators From Their Side Of The Fence at Gatorland, where Adventure Hour puts you in the breeding marsh with a bucket of chicken and no fence.
The National Parks With The Most Black Bears
Hunted to near-collapse, black bears clawed their way back. Here are the national parks where they roam in the greatest numbers, and why they thrive.
8 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In Southern California
Southern California main streets, from Santa Paula to Julian, pair Route 66 murals and Spanish Revival storefronts with apple cider and a seaside pier.
11 Best Downtowns In The Rockies
The majesty of the Rocky Mountains often overshadows the places that have been built along and atop its peaks, such as these 11 best downtowns in the Rockies.
13 Best Towns In Wisconsin For Retirees
From Prairie du Chien to Rhinelander, Wisconsin, towns offer retirees affordable housing, local hospitals, senior centers, lakes, and river trails.
11 Underappreciated Towns To Visit In North Carolina
North Carolina is home to underappreciated towns that offer visitors a slower pace of life away from the state's larger cities.
The Oldest Ballparks Still In Use In America
Fenway and Wrigley are not the oldest: Fuller Field dates to 1878, and Rickwood, Sims-Galle, Centennial and Goss have all been in play for over a century.
9 Top Places To Visit In Ohio This Fall
Ohio's autumn brings moderate temperatures and vibrant foliage, peaking in late September to mid-October, ideal for outdoor activities and festivals.
The Best Small Towns To Retire In Maryland
Discover the best small towns to retire in Maryland, where walkable downtowns, Chesapeake waterfronts, and tight-knit communities make settling in easy.
Cowboy Camping At The Pinery
A thousand campsites, zero available all summer. So I drove to The Pinery on a September Thursday with a sleeping bag, no tent, and no reservation.
9 Best Small Towns in Upstate New York For A Weekend Escape
These Upstate New York communities offer history, nature, and small-town warmth for quick getaways.
9 Idyllic Small Towns In The United States To Visit In 2026
Scenic small towns put mountains and coastlines within easy reach of lively downtowns, historic sites, and outdoor adventures.
6 Main Streets Where Connecticut Comes Alive
Take a trip to these 6 Connecticut main streets and you’ll learn why they’re among the most popular tourist destinations in the Northeastern United States.
The National Parks Where Rattlesnakes Stay Active Into October
Rattlesnakes hide from summer heat and come back out in daylight when it cools. The national parks where they stay active into October, and why autumn is peak season.
7 Underrated Massachusetts Towns Worth The Drive In 2026
Edgartown, Rockport, and Stockbridge lead 7 Massachusetts towns with Jaws filming sites, a house built of newspaper, and 574 original Norman Rockwell works.
11 Best Georgia Towns For A Weekend Trip
Georgia's mountains and coast meet in these weekend towns, from gold-rush Dahlonega and Bavarian-style Helen to St. Simons Island and St. Marys.
9 Best Attractions To Visit In The Finger Lakes
The Finger Lakes region is usually associated with its long, narrow lakes, but the region is just as interesting away from the water.
9 Best Attractions To Visit On Florida's Emerald Coast
Florida's Emerald Coast attractions include Crab Island's shallow sandbar, Henderson Beach dunes, historic Fort Pickens, and an underwater sculpture garden.
11 Best Downtowns In The Great Lakes
From Fish Creek, Wisconsin, to Saugatuck, Michigan, these nine eye-catching downtowns in the Great Lakes blend culture, heritage, and scenic charm.
The National Parks Hiding Old Mines And Ruins
Ten national parks were drawn around ground somebody was already digging. Some kept the ruins, some sealed them, and one hauled them away.
Getting Lost In Romania’s Storied Capital
Five years of extended stays in Bucharest: packed trams, grey-box transit tickets, basement open mics, Calea Victoriei, and a marathon in Ceaușescu's palace.
11 Of The Friendliest Towns In Australia
Australia's friendliest towns include Daylesford, home of the ChillOut Festival, German-heritage Hahndorf, and Eden, where locals watch for migrating whales.
11 Budget-Friendly Towns on the Pacific Coast for Retirees
From historic charm to vibrant marine life, these small towns along the Pacific Coast have everything needed for a serene and fulfilling retirement.
7 Best California Towns For A Weekend Trip
7 California towns for a weekend trip, from Fort Bragg's Glass Beach and Sonoma Raceway to Solvang's Danish-style streets and Avalon on Santa Catalina Island.
The Best Small Town In The Ozarks For Seniors
Branson, Missouri, pairs Table Rock Lake scenery and live theater with a local hospital and a community where nearly one in four residents is 65 or older.
7 Texas Towns Perfect For A Fresh Start
Cheaper houses, zero state income tax, university jobs, and weekends full of football and concerts: seven small Texas towns built for starting over.